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EU Parliament Advances Chat Control Bill in First Vote
The EU Parliament's first committee vote on the Chat Control regulation passed, reigniting debate over mass surveillance of private messages. The proposal would require tech platforms to scan encrypted communications for child abuse material. Critics warn it undermines encryption and privacy rights.
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The vote is a procedural step, but the return of this controversial measure signals EU lawmakers are still willing to trade encryption for child safety, despite widespread opposition from tech companies and privacy advocates.
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